Tripp's 19 lead Wofford over Mercer 74-73
SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- — Corey Tripp scored 19 points, including two free throws with 7.8 seconds left, as Wofford beat Mercer 74-73 on Wednesday night.
Tripp also contributed seven rebounds for the Terriers (9-7, 2-1 Southern Conference). Jackson Sivills scored 13 points while shooting 4 for 8, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc, and added six rebounds. Chase Cormier shot 4 for 8, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc to finish with 12 points.
The Bears (8-8, 1-2) were led by David Thomas, who posted 19 points. Alex Holt added 14 points for Mercer. In addition, Caleb Hunter had 10 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Bobby Lineberger
- Michael Husted
- Devyn Page
2024-25 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | 15-3 | - | 29-9 |
| UNC Greensboro | 13-5 | 2 | 20-12 |
| Samford | 12-6 | 3 | 22-11 |
| East Tennessee State | 12-6 | 3 | 19-13 |
| Furman | 11-7 | 4 | 25-10 |
| Wofford | 10-8 | 5 | 19-16 |
| VMI | 7-11 | 8 | 15-19 |
| Mercer | 6-12 | 9 | 14-19 |
| Western Carolina | 4-14 | 11 | 8-22 |
| The Citadel | 0-18 | 15 | 5-25 |
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